Contracts Manager

We are recruiting a Contracts Manager to join a respected social housing group in Suffolk, overseeing the delivery of planned refurbishment programmes across the housing stock. As a Contracts Manager, you will manage multiple workstreams with individual project values of up to £3m, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and to agreed quality standards. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced construction professional to join a supportive organisation and play a key role in delivering high-quality refurbishment works within occupied residential environments. What’s on offer: Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum Performance-related bonus Car allowance Bonus scheme, eligible after 1 year’s service Pension scheme and life assurance 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays Perkbox – discounts, perks and wellbeing offers 1 paid volunteer day £2,000 refer-a-friend bonus after the referee passes probation Opportunity to work for a respected social housing organisationContracts Manager key responsibilities include: Managing the delivery of multiple planned refurbishment workstreams, with individual project values of up to £3m Ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and to agreed quality standards Leading, supporting, and developing site management, supervisory, and resident liaison teams Maintaining strong working relationships with client representatives and internal stakeholders Attending progress meetings and undertaking site visits as required Overseeing monthly valuations, variations, cost reporting, and overall commercial performance Supporting the preparation of estimates, tenders, and forward programmes Ensuring full compliance with health & safety, statutory, and contractual requirements Maintaining accurate contract documentation, reporting, and governance processesThe successful Contracts Manager will have: Previous experience in a similar role Extensive experience working as a Contracts Manager or Project Manager across a variety of projects valued up to £3m Experience in contract administration, planning, estimating, tender processes, health & safety, and staff management Experience delivering planned works within occupied environments Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships The ability to work effectively to tight deadlines while managing multiple priorities Proficiency in Microsoft packages City & Guilds qualification in a construction tradeAn enhanced DBS check will be required for this role. If you're an experienced Contracts Manager looking to join a respected social housing group in Suffolk, where you can oversee high-value planned refurbishment programmes, lead delivery teams, and make a genuine difference to residents, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Please get in contact with Fatima at (url removed) or give me a call on (phone number removed)